Why this home stands out
What sets 2150 Edwin Drive apart is the combination of new construction quality and an unbeatable walkable pocket inside Chesapeake. You're steps from a YMCA, multiple grocery options, and a cluster of dining spots — all without sacrificing the calm, planned feel of a newer community. At 1,462 square feet across two bedrooms and two full baths, the layout is efficient without feeling tight, and everything in the home is factory-fresh for the first owner.
RETREAT AT EDINBURGH and the Chesapeake real estate market
The Retreat at Edinburgh sits inside one of Chesapeake's most self-contained lifestyle corridors. The Edinburgh development was deliberately built around walkability — you'll find a YMCA, grocery anchors, coffee shops, and casual dining all within half a mile of your front door, which is genuinely rare in this part of Hampton Roads. Chesapeake itself is the second-largest city by land area in the continental United States, and it consistently attracts buyers who want suburban breathing room without sacrificing access to the broader metro. If you've been exploring chesapeake real estate, Edinburgh stands out as a neighborhood where the infrastructure is already in place rather than promised someday. The city sits within easy reach of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk, making it a natural hub for households with ties to multiple employment centers or military installations across the region. Zoning here trends residential and commercial in a balanced mix, which keeps the area lively without feeling congested.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from 2150 Edwin Drive. The YMCA at Edinburgh is just 0.2 miles away — a two-minute walk for morning workouts. Grocery runs take almost no effort with a Walmart Supercenter at 0.3 miles and a Target Grocery at 0.6 miles. For coffee before work, you've got three solid options nearby: McDonald's and Dunkin' at 0.4 miles and Panera Bread at 0.5 miles. Dinner options are equally close — Cinema Cafe Edinburgh and Subway are both 0.3 miles out, The Hive is 0.4 miles, and Anytime Fitness rounds out the fitness choices at 0.6 miles for those who prefer a gym-only setting.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly 15 minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 25 minutes — both well within typical BAH commute planning ranges. A VA loan pairs naturally with new construction like this, since there's no deferred maintenance to negotiate around. For a military household weighing a purchase in the area, 2150 Edwin Drive checks a lot of practical boxes without compromise.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home and want the peace of mind that comes with new construction, 2150 Edwin Drive delivers. Everything — systems, finishes, appliances — is brand new as of 2026. The two-bedroom, two-bath layout is manageable without feeling starter-small, and the walkable Edinburgh corridor means you're not dependent on a car for every errand. Exploring chesapeake va real estate as a first-time buyer? This kind of turnkey entry point is hard to find.
More buyer questions
How far is 2150 Edwin Drive from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately 15 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it a comfortable daily commute for Coast Guard personnel assigned to the Finance Center.
How far is 2150 Edwin Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 25 minutes by car, a reasonable distance for Shipyard workers or contractors looking to own in Chesapeake.
What year was 2150 Edwin Drive built?
The home was built in 2026, making it brand-new construction — the first owner will move into a property where every system, fixture, and finish is unused.
Is 2150 Edwin Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Are there walkable amenities near 2150 Edwin Drive?
Yes — the Edinburgh corridor puts a YMCA, Walmart Supercenter, Target Grocery, Dunkin', Panera Bread, and several dining options all within half a mile of the front door.
Want to walk through 2150 Edwin Drive or ask Tom and Dariya a question about the Retreat at Edinburgh community? Reach out — they know this part of Chesapeake well.
